Review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) by Benjamin P — 02 Jun 2016

Really funny and quirky Takia Waititi's best movie yet.

This review of Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016) was written by Benjamin P on 02 Jun 2016.

Hunt for the Wilderpeople has generally received very positive reviews.

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Julian Dennison is a revelation as the young miscreant forced to team up with a very curmudgeonly Sam Neill as they try to survive in the wilds…

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By Stefano C (730) on 02 Jul 2018

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